Tragic situation: First Baptist Church Phenix City, pastor’s family need our prayers
November 4, 2023
Two east Alabama communities are processing and grieving the events of recent days.
FBC Phenix City pastor Copeland’s death being reported
November 3, 2023
Media outlets are reporting the Nov. 3 death of Smiths Station Mayor F.L. “Bubba” Copeland, who also served as pastor of First Baptist Church Phenix City.
Alabama Baptist state leadership responds to Phenix City pastor allegations
November 2, 2023
Confusion remains over exactly what Smiths Station mayor and FBC Phenix City pastor Bubba Copeland disputes in recent allegations versus what he claims as being appropriate as long as it is separate from his professional and ministry roles.
FBC Phenix City pastor disputes 1819 News article’s allegations
November 1, 2023
“I apologize for any embarrassment caused by my private and personal life that has become public. … I have nothing to be ashamed of. A lot of things that were said were taken out of context.”
Latest update on state convention officer nominations
October 26, 2023
Ryan Whitley, pastor of CrossPoint Church in Trussville, and Greg Corbin, pastor of Lakeside Baptist Church in Birmingham, to be nominated for second vice president of the Alabama Baptist State Convention. Election to be held in November.
Rashional Thoughts: College football debate poses questions about loyalty and commitment
October 25, 2023
Reigning Heisman Trophy winner and USC quarterback Caleb Williams is the subject of a national conversation begun by a sports reporter’s post on social media. Can we learn anything from this week’s public debate?
Patsy Seitz honored for her service with West Central Association
October 19, 2023
October is the season of associational meetings, and our staff is traveling all over the state. We enjoy catching up with friends, making new ones and being part of celebrating what the Lord has done.
Sweet spot of communication leads to better quality of life
October 18, 2023
It’s a delicate balance attempting to find the sweet spot of communication, but it’s one that will improve all of our lives, especially in our walk with the Lord, if we continue to work on it.
